Ingredients
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or loaf pan.
2️⃣ Whisk together dry ingredients: In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3️⃣ Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in walnuts or raisins if using.
5️⃣ Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes (or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean).
6️⃣ Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
• For a richer cake, substitute melted butter for vegetable oil.
• Add a dusting of powdered sugar or a simple glaze for extra sweetness.
• Want even more spice? Add a pinch of ginger or allspice.
Enjoy this delightful Amish Applesauce Cake—a classic, no-fail recipe that brings warmth and comfort to every bite! 🍏✨